Happy Summer Solstice! and a near full Strawberry Moon to boot. I’m happy announce a
Basic Jin Shin Do® workshop Sept 26th-30th (during a lunar eclipse). More info below!

The Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year and the ‘birth of darkness’. The days get shorter from here on, which can be a good thing as these long days are very stimulating. In 5 Element theory we are shifting from Fire to Earth. We are starting to see the fruits of our labours and coming into juicy earth season which brings warmth and abundance. It reminds me of the jazz song: “Summertime… the living is easy!”. This time can shed light on our lives and issues and also how far we have come. It’s always good to look at what you have accomplished in the past year. Whether you journal, do art, or simply take a few moments to reflect, you may be surprised. It’s a great time to reward yourself for what you have been through and the light you bring. Some ideas include: bodywork, a yoga retreat, a campfire, etc. How good can you allow it to be? Here’s a link for some beautiful solstice cookies: https://gathervictoria.com/2016/06/10/sweet-magic-summer-solstice-honey-cookies/

Basic Jin Shin Do® Workshop:

This is an amazing opportunity as my teacher Tolling Jennings is coming to Cortes Island. He and his wife Kay are very special master teachers will not be teaching much longer. It’s so wonderful they are coming to us! You will learn the most powerful release patterns JSD offers AND receive 5 days of bodywork sessions. The Jin Shin Do® Acupressure technique can assist the healing process by releasing tension, decreasing stress and encouraging a sense of increased well-being. It certainly increased my own well-being.

What is Jin Shin Do®?
Bodymind Acupressure®

“Jin Shin Do” means “The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.” Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® uses gentle yet deep finger pressure on specific acu-points and verbal Body Focusing techniques, to help release “armoring” or chronic tension, balance the “Qi” or energy, and improve vitality. This clothes-on method helps relieve stress- and trauma-related problems. A unique synthesis of a traditional Japanese acupressure technique, classic Chinese acu-theory, Taoist philosophy, Qigong (breathing and exercise techniques), Reichian segmental theory and principles of Ericksonian psychotherapy, Jin Shin Do® acupressure was originated by Iona Marsaa Teeguarden.

Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® is not intended for the diagnosis, treatment or cure of disease. It is a relaxation therapy, and a useful adjunct to licensed, qualified medical or psychological care. For any persistent pain or symptom, even a seemingly minor one, the reader is strongly encouraged to consult a medical doctor. When used in conjunction with standard medical treatment, the Jin Shin Do® Acupressure technique can assist the healing process by releasing tension, decreasing stress and encouraging a sense of increased well-being.

www.jinshindo.org

Contact me asap if you are interested.
Costs and class description here: http://www.everythingisbeautiful.ca/?page_id=396

Come down for some bodywork! On a sunny day we will do it by the lake.

I will be at the Manson’s and Gorge markets doing chair massage starting July 1st.